We love this area and hope it continues to recover. Shops, bars and restaurants. Just a fun place to hang out on a weekend afternoon or night. Mardi gras on The Strand is great. Don't miss it. It runs 2 weekends before Fat Tuesday. There are bands and parades. An though it is tame for families it is really fun....
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Ranked #8 of 41 attractions in Galveston
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Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Dining, Shopping
Traveler Description: The Historic Strand District is so close that the cruise terminal really adds value before or after your cruise. There are plenty of shops and great...
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We have visited Galveston before, and were just looking for presents to take home. Good variety of shops, independants.
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Lots of walking, so we didnt see much. Park on the wharf
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once you have been in one store it is like you have been in them all. Each store has the same stuff basically. There are a couple that have food and designer clothes though. The restaurants look good.
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Much of the historical Strand district is filled with well-preserved and updated "iron front" stores and early 1900's homes as well as businesses
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Boerne, Texas
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Love walking around the Strand. Enjoyed the shops, restaurant and cafe.
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It was great to be able to enjoy a cold beer without being confined to one business. I have never been anywhere (besides New Orleans) where you can just walk down the streets and through the shops with a beer. We had a great time and found lots of souvieneers.
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A lot of walking, limited restrooms. Great amount of history and older buildings. Prices reasonable and some great restaurants in the area. Get there early, parking is at a premium.
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Gilmer, Texas
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Some really nice shops....Galveston is back on my "fun" list. A few years ago I dreaded the thought of going to Galveston but things are improving every visit.
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Lots of great shops! Just a super place to hang out before a cruise. Wish they would add more public restrooms!
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